How To Make Pumpkin Empanadas
What better way to get you in a happy mood than having a slice of pie? These baked dishes are perfect for those who can’t get enough of flaky pastries. From an apple variant to a lemon meringue, these pies pastries recipes will satisfy your pie and pastry cravings.
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp cloves
- 1/4 tsp ginger
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and salt. Mix well.
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Roll out the pie crusts on a lightly floured surface.
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Using a round cookie cutter or a glass, cut out circles from the pie crusts.
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Place a spoonful of the pumpkin mixture onto one half of each circle.
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Fold the other half of the circle over the filling and press the edges with a fork to seal.
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Place the empanadas onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and water. Brush the tops of the empanadas with the egg wash.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Allow the empanadas to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories : 310kcal
- Total Fat : 12g
- Saturated Fat : 4g
- Cholesterol : 47mg
- Sodium : 390mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 46g
- Dietary Fiber : 3g
- Sugar : 17g
- Protein : 5g
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